12 Easy Tips to Stay Hydrated

“‘Then God said, “Let there be an expanse in the midst of the waters, and let it separate the waters from the waters.” And God made the expanse, and separated the waters which were below the expanse from the waters which were above the expanse; and it was so. And God called the expanse heaven. And there was evening and there was morning, a second day.’”

Water

You swim in it. You bathe in it. You play in it. You vacation by it. You take pictures of it. You wash your clothes in it.

So many uses and needs for it. However, the important reason we have water is because God created our bodies for survival.

Water is everywhere. Water is a necessity in life. Your body needs water to survive.

Health Benefits

Not only do we need water to survive but there are many health benefits to staying hydrated. Busy homemakers often forget to take care of themselves throughout the day, and dehydration is the root cause of many health ailments (fatigue, chronic pain, kidney problems, lowered immune system). By remaining consuming sufficient amounts of water throughout the day, not only will you remain alert, reap the numerous health benefits, but you will also be performing at your best.

Help us stay slim

Treats headaches and migraines

Helps in digestion–relieve constipation

Improves mood

Flushes out toxins

Helps to maximize physical performance

Boosts the immune system

Save money

These are what my family uses. Tupperware provides sturdy, durable water bottles for the family on the go!

However, most people do not get enough water in their daily diets. That is just a fact. You need water to survive, and be healthy. The Lord made water for us: to play in, to use, to relax in, and most importantly to STAY HYDRATED!

It used to be recommended you drink 8 glasses daily. However, there are other factors to consider that vary person to person.

How much water should you drink each day?

It is a simple question, but no simple answer. Studies have produced varying recommendations over the years, but in truth, your water needs depend on many factors, including your health, how active you are and where you live. Although no single formula fits everyone, knowing more about your body’s need for fluids will help you estimate how much water to drink each day.

The old standby of drinking 8 8 oz. glasses of water a day is a good one because it is easy to remember, but don’t beat yourself up if you do not get in all in one day. Your needs vary day by day. If you are an extremely active person who sweats a lot, you will need more than one who lives a sedentary lifestyle or sits at a computer all day.

Your age, weight, height, lifestyle, and gender are all important factors to consider. Tip: Check your urine daily. If your urine is clear to light yellow, you are hydrated enough. If it is yellow to dark yellow, you need to drink more water.

So, why is water so important?

“It not only composes about 60 percent of your body weight, but every single bodily system depends on it. As the Mayo Clinic pointed out, water flushes toxins out of vital organs, carries nutrients to your cells and provides a moist environment for ear, nose and throat tissues. A lack of water can lead to dehydration, which in turn can seriously zap energy, make your skin dull and dry, and have some pretty big effects on the daily functions of your body, so it’s key to find plenty of ways to make sure you’re getting enough.” (Mayo Clinic)

But what if you struggle to drink just plain water all day long? What are your options?

12 Tips to Help You Drink More Water

*Try drinking a glass of lukewarm water first thing in the morning, right after you wake up. Make it a morning habit.

*Remind yourself this is not only for you, but for you family as well. They need you to be healthy!

*Eat more spicy foods. Eating spicier foods may prompt you to consume more water to quench that fire in your mouth.

*Use an app: There are some great water apps available for smartphones like Water Logged. These apps help you keep track of how much water you have consumed throughout the day and send you reminders to keep the water flowing.

*Invest in a quality water bottle and keep it with you at all times.

*Eat water-rich foods

Install a water filterAdd flavor to your water

*Drink a glass before every meal

*Keep it cold

*Set reminders on your smart phone

*Create a challenge-21 days to create a habit. Reward yourself with a special treat if you keep your goal.

What a good goal to have! What do you do to make sure you get enough water daily?